The Helm – Luxury Accommodation in Sandy Bay, Hobart
The Helm is set in Sandy Bay one of Hobart's most desirable residential suburbs offering a quieter, more intimate alternative to the CBD without sacrificing proximity to the city. The Sandy Bay waterfront marina, Wrest Point Casino, University of Tasmania, and Sandy Bay's café and restaurant strip are all within walking distance. Hobart CBD and Salamanca Market are five minutes by car. This is the ideal base for couples wanting genuine comfort in a premium Hobart neighbourhood.
Experience the Helm
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Luxurious Living Room, including:
-65 inch LED smart TV with free Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Music.
-Unlimited, free, high speed WIFI
-Pure Tasmanian Oak Furnishing
-Woodland Tan Leather Furniture
-100% original, signed Tasmanian Art Work
-A smart Bluetooth speaker to answer questions you may have during your stay, amplify your movie watching experience and play your own personal music
-A wireless charging station and a multi port charging station for your phone, smart watch, or headphones
-Heating and available portable fans -
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Cozy Bedroom, including:
-New-to-the-listing Queen Bed, with luxurious feather down pillows (in both soft and firm) (2 additional single fold out beds available on request)
-Dual Bedside lamps, each containing a wireless charging dock for your phone, as well as bluetooth speakers
-A full length mirror
-Closet space, and drawers
-A private, rear exit leading to your own outdoor patio -
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Relaxing bathroom, including:
-Provided soap, shampoo, body wash, and conditioner
-100% organic cotton body, bath, and hand towels (with specialised makeup removal towelettes)
-Hairdryer, hair straightener
-5 mirrored light up LED Makeup Mirror -
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Do it all kitchen, with all the amenities you could imagine, including:
-Coffee Maker
-Organic coffee (dark roast, medium roast, and decaf)
-Tea (black, green, and English breakfast)
-Kettle
-Toaster
-Microwave
-Fridge, freezer
-Dishwasher
-Ricecooker
-Multiple wine glasses, whiskey glasses, drinking glasses, and coffee mugs
-Cooking utensils (pots, pans, knife set, cutting board).
Luxurious Living Room - Sandy Bay Accommodation with 65" Smart TV
The living room makes an immediate impression. A 65-inch LED Smart TV comes pre-loaded with free Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Music ready to use from the moment you arrive, no accounts or subscriptions needed. Pure Tasmanian Oak furnishings and Woodland Tan leather furniture give the room warmth and character, while 100% original, signed Tasmanian artwork covers the walls each piece curated through The Artists collective that The Island Collective supports across all its properties.
A smart Bluetooth speaker handles music, movie sound, and in-stay questions. A wireless charging station and multi-port charging dock keep phones, smartwatches, and headphones powered without cable clutter. Heating and portable fans keep the temperature comfortable year-round, and unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the apartment at no extra cost.
The practical details match the aesthetic. A smart Bluetooth speaker handles music, movie sound, and in-stay questions. A wireless charging station and multi-port charging dock keep all your devices powered like phones, smartwatches, and headphones included. The Daikin split system delivers heating, air conditioning, and air purification with full Wi-Fi control. Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the entire apartment at no extra cost.
Queen Bedroom with Private Patio – Sandy Bay Hobart Accommodation
The bedroom centres on a brand-new queen-size bed dressed with feather-down pillows in both soft and firm. so, you sleep exactly the way you prefer. Both bedside lamps include wireless phone charging docks and built-in Bluetooth speakers, keeping the nightstand clean and functional at the same time.
A full-length mirror, closet space, and drawers provide the storage a longer stay demands. The standout feature of the bedroom is the private rear exit step straight out onto your own outdoor patio, a genuinely private outdoor space that most inner-city apartments simply don't offer. Two additional single fold-out beds come available on request, giving The Helm the flexibility to accommodate extra guests when needed.
Fully Stocked Bathroom with LED Makeup Mirror
The bathroom covers every need without requiring guests to pack or shop. Soap, shampoo, body wash, and conditioner all come provided. Towels are 100% organic cotton body, bath, and hand plus specialised makeup removal towelettes that rarely appear in self-contained accommodation. A five-panel lit LED makeup mirror, hairdryer, and hair straightener complete the setup, so the bathroom functions as well for a big night out as it does for a quiet morning.
Full Kitchen - Everything You Need for Your Sandy Bay Stay
The kitchen gives you everything you'd find in a well-stocked home and a few things you wouldn't expect. Organic coffee comes in dark roast, medium roast, and decaf, and the tea selection covers black, green, and English breakfast. A coffee maker, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, and rice cooker handle every meal occasion. Wine glasses, whiskey glasses, drinking glasses, and coffee mugs come included, along with pots, pans, a full knife set, and a cutting board. Cooking a proper meal here never involves improvising with missing equipment.
Sandy Bay Accommodation Location - What's Walking Distance from The Helm
Sandy Bay gives The Helm guests the best of both worlds. The neighbourhood itself offers the Sandy Bay shopping precinct with supermarkets, world-class restaurants, cafes, and specialty shops. The Sandy Bay waterfront marina, and beaches, all within walking distance. The Casino sits nearby for guests who want an evening out without going far.
The University of Tasmania's Sandy Bay campus brings gyms, sports ovals, and squash, badminton, and tennis facilities within reach. And when you want the city - the Hobart CBD, Constitution Dock, or the Salamanca Market. It’s a five-minute drive gets you there. The Helm sits in a position that genuinely suits both relaxed stays and active Hobart exploration.
For guests who prefer a CBD address, The District and The Royale both sit in the heart of Hobart. Our Sandy Bay retreat, The Tempo is another great option if you’d like to compare. If you have any questions before booking, please visit the Contact Us page, and our team will respond quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions - Sandy Bay Accommodation Hobart
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The Helm sits in Sandy Bay, one of Hobart's most sought-after residential suburbs. It's within walking distance of the Sandy Bay waterfront marina, beaches, the Casino, the Sandy Bay shopping precinct, and the University of Tasmania. Hobart CBD and the Salamanca Market are five minutes away by car. Browse The Neighbourhood for a detailed local guide.
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The Helm centres on a queen-size bed for two guests. Two additional single fold-out beds are available on request, extending the capacity for small groups or families travelling with children.
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Yes, The Helm suits couples particularly well. The private outdoor patio off the bedroom, the queen-size bed with feather-down pillows, the LED makeup mirror and premium toiletries in the bathroom, and the proximity to Sandy Bay's restaurants and waterfront all make it a strong choice for a romantic or relaxed Hobart stay.
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Parking details are best confirmed via the Airbnb listing, where the most current information on parking availability appears alongside the booking options.
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The 65-inch Smart TV in the living room comes pre-loaded with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Music. Everything runs ready to use no personal logins or extra subscriptions required.
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No. The bathroom comes fully stocked with soap, shampoo, body wash, and conditioner. Towels are 100% organic cotton - body, bath, and hand plus specialized makeup removal towelettes. A hairdryer and hair straightener are also provided.
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Yes. Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the apartment at no extra cost. The living room and patio provide comfortable spaces to work from if needed. For guests who need a dedicated office setup with a sit/stand desk, The District in Hobart CBD includes a full home-office area.
How do I book The Helm?
Book through the Airbnb listing to check live availability and confirm your dates. For any questions before booking, visit Contact Us and the team will get back to you promptly.